mrittman

Hey guys, I am looking into getting a 350z, but am doing a bit of research before pulling the trigger on one. As much as I'd love to get a 370z, that's not going to happen with my $10,000 budget So I guess if I were to get a Z with that budget, what year should I look for and why? Which specific model should I consider?

I recently sold my 1993 Honda Prelude VTEC, which I loved, but decided I should get something a little newer. I really like the look of the 350z compared to other cars in its class (Mazda RX-8, Audi TT, etc). Anyway, just wanted to see what you guys thought. Thanks!

travlee

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depends on which "luxuries" you want

bith8791

You should focus on finding the lowest mileage, stock, unmolested z you can find regardless of year or model IMO.
Performance, Enthusiast, Touring or Track models are what you should be looking for.
You can certainly find '03-'04 zs with low miles within your budget as well as '05-'06 zs, it will be harder to find an '07-'09 within your budget.

travlee

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and what bith said

mrittman

Yeah I'm really looking at more of the 07-08' years as I've heard they have a more reliable engine. Mileage isn't an issue to me as I'm pretty handy when it comes to maintenance. The enthusiast model is enticing to me. Anything over that trim line seems to be overkill.

travlee

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you MIGHT be able to get one for that budget

bith8791

IMO the most reliable z is the '03-'04 if you can find a low mileage example that hasn't been abused.
I bought mine new in '04, zero problems had ever since.

travlee

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the 07-08 are great if you replace the crappy csc.

bith8791

In all honesty, they're all great if they were cared for properly.

travlee

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true story

samsniss350z

Welcome to the forum and happy hunting.

mrittman

Thanks guys I'll keep ya updated on what I end up getting!